Good morning, Columbia.

Columbia Parks and Recreation will hold a meeting Monday from 4-6 p.m. near the Wynna Faye Tap-Elbert Amphitheater to get community feedback on revised designs for the Douglass Park basketball courts.

Thursday evening, community members gathered at Again Street Park to honor Columbia's homicide victims during the National Day of Remembrance for Homicide victims—an event established by Congress in 2007.

The candlelight vigil, attended by families and violence prevention officials, called for stronger community action against rising crime.

Researchers from PRIME Center (tracking Missouri student achievement growth since COVID-19) and St. Louis University presented new data on elementary and middle school progress at a conference on Mizzou’s Memorial Union on Thursday.

School superintendents plan to use the findings to improve education policies statewide, with Columbia Public Schools noting two schools in the state’s top 10 for math growth (a key highlight).

Columbia College held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday for its renovated Atkins-Holman Student Commons, part of a $2.2 million summer campus improvement that upgraded first-floor furnishings and added a pool table and new study spot—future renovations to the fitness center and library will be completed by fall break.

The Columbia Public Works Department will repaint bike lanes on six central streets—Alexander Avenue, Aldeah Avenue, Edgewood Avenue, East Forest Avenue, West Forest Avenue, and West Lathrop Road—starting at 7 a.m. Tuesday and finishing at 4 p.m. Wednesday as crews set up no parking signs 24 hours in advance to keep the lanes clear and safe.

Missouri Governor said the region is growing as the first United flight from Chicago landed yesterday at Columbia's airport—after United had halted flights during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Starting Monday, September 29, the southeast sidewalk on North Eighth Street in front of Miller Hall on Columbia College will be closed while the northeast side remains open.

On Tuesday, September 30, Hitt Street between Cherry and Locust streets and the east sidewalk by First Presbyterian Church will close for repairs—vehicles must use Hitt Street to access the Tenth and Cherry Parking Garage, and work will finish on Friday, October 3.

Researchers at MU created a new portable system to test for concussions by measuring body movement and reaction time.

The system uses dual-tasking and machine learning — a method that helps doctors decide when athletes can return to play — and is about 100 times cheaper than traditional gait labs.

Mizzou cross country is hosting the seventh annual Gans Creek Classic today at the Gans Creek Cross Country Course (home to the NCAA championship) with six collegiate races starting at 8:15 a.m. The two-day meet will feature competitions from 87 schools and six unattached groups and include high school races later on.

Intro to Woodworking Class

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn safety protocols and create a small wood project in this introductory woodworking class.

Anella: The Crashing This Party Tour

8 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cost TBA — Experience a night of lively music with Anella's vibrant performance.

Just Between Friends Children's Resale Event

9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Columbia Sports Fieldhouse — Free entry — Discover fantastic deals on children's clothing, toys, and baby gear while supporting a community-driven event.

Aladdin Screening

7-9:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Experience Disney's enchanted tale of Aladdin and his magical adventures.

Legally Blonde the Musical

2-4 p.m. — Macklanburg Playhouse — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a high-energy celebration of confidence and friendship through catchy songs and dynamic dance numbers.

Oklahoma Sooners at Missouri Tigers Women's Volleyball

2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Hearnes Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch thrilling women's volleyball action as the Sooners face off against the Tigers.

Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Note — Tickets available — Experience a fusion of folk songwriting and rock energy with Seattle's talented musicians.

20 Under 40 Class of 2025 Celebration

6-10 p.m. — The Blue Note — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Columbia’s outstanding young professionals recognized for their leadership and achievements.

The Droptines Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Ticket costs TBD — Enjoy the alt-country sounds of The Droptines, straight from Texas.

Voodoo Fleetwood Mac - Fleetwood Mac Tribute

8 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits performed by a vibrant tribute band.